Cream of Nettle Soup (vegan)

Nettle is a highly nutritious plant that is rich in vitamins and minerals. It has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for its various health benefits.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Cream of Nettle Soup (vegan)

Cooking Method: Blending, Boiling Cuisine: International, Plant-based Courses: Lunch, Soup, Vegan Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Nettle Leaves
• 1 medium Potato
• 1 small Onion
• 2 minced Garlic Clove
• 4 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until onion is translucent.
2. Add peeled and diced potato to the pot. Stir and cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add nettle leaves, vegetable stock, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
4. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
5. Stir in coconut milk and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh nettle leaves and a drizzle of coconut milk.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 4g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.